Yetter 2984 Series Generation II Maverick Opener User Manual

2984 MAVERICK OPENER GENERATION II OPERATOR & PARTS MANUAL YETTER MANUFACTURING CO. FOUNDE

10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 5. Mount the coulter blade to the hub assembly using 4) 2505-339 – ½” x 1 ½” carriage bolts, ½” lock washers and ½”

11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 7. When the optional residue manager 2984-003 will be used, the 2984-312 stop plate should be assembled to the unit

12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 9. Install the knife using 2) ½” x 2” GR. 8 bolts and ½” lock nuts to the L.H. and R.H. knife mounts. STEP 10. Tig

13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-003 – RESIDUE MANAGER STEP 1. Mount the 2984-313 quick adjust mount plate to the 2967-265 combo arm using 2) ½” x 1 ½

14ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-003 – RESIDUE MANAGER STEP 4. Assemble the 2984-312 stop plate onto the spindle bolt. The stop plate replaces the ¼”

15ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-003 – RESIDUE MANAGER STEP 6. Attach the 2967-265 combo arm to the opener. On the left hand side, insert a 5/8” x 3”

16 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-004 – DEPTH CONTROL KIT NOTE: A RESIDUE MANAGER KIT (2984-003) IS RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH THE DEPTH CONTROL KIT STEP

17ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-004 – DEPTH CONTROL KIT STEP 3. Slide the 2984-315 adjustment links between the knife mount plate and the guide plates

18ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-004 – DEPTH CONTROL KIT STEP 5. Tighten all ½” hardware to 80 ft. lbs. of torque. The adjustment pin must work i

19ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-005 – NOTCHED DISC SEALER KIT 2984-006 – 16” DISC SEALER KIT NOTE: The disc sealer attachment can be mounted at vario

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Warranty……………………………………………………………………………………………………3 Safety Symbols and Meanings…………………………………………………………

20 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-005 – NOTCHED DISC SEALER KIT 2984-006 – 16” DISC SEALER KIT STEP 3. Insert the 2920-342 pivot bushing (lubricate wi

21ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-005 – NOTCHED DISC SEALER KIT 2984-006 – 16” DISC SEALER KIT STEP 5. Assemble the blades to the 2965-hub cap, 2965-12

22ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-005 – NOTCHED DISC SEALER KIT 2984-006 – 16” DISC SEALER KIT STEP 6. Attach the blade/hub assembly to the 2920-329 L-

23ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-008 – V-CLOSE WHEEL ASSEMBLY STEP 1. Assemble the 6000-002 close wheel kit as shown below in illustration. STEP 2.

24ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-008 – V-CLOSE WHEEL ASSEMBLY STEP 3. Mount the 2) 2984-324 mount plates to the outside of the R.H. and L.H. knife pla

25ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-008 – V-CLOSE WHEEL ASSEMBLY STEP 5. Attach the 2502-346 – ½” x 2” full thread bolt to the 2984-324 mount plate throu

26 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 7. An eccentric bushing allows centering of the close wheels on the row. To properly apply pressure on both sides o

27ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-009 – SEALING WHEEL KIT STEP 1. Install 2) 2984-324 mount plates onto the R.H. and L.H. knife mounts using 4) ½” x 1

28ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-009 – SEALING WHEEL KIT STEP 3. Attach 2920-210 mounting bracket to the 2984-323 sealer mount bracket using 2) ½” x 1

29ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-009 – SEALING WHEEL KIT STEP 5. Attach the 2) 2570-750 4.5” X 16” wheels to the 2925-206 adjustment stem using 2) 5/8

3 FOREWORD You’ve just joined an exclusive but rapidly growing club. For our part, we want to welcome you to the group and thank you for buying a

30OPERATION YETTER MODEL 2984 Maverick Opener is a multi-functional tool designed for use in any fertilizer management system. The Maverick Opener

31OPERATION WARNING Never clean, lubricate or adjust a machine that is in motion. Always lower or block the implement before performing service.

32OPERATION STEP 2. Set the coulter depth based on soil conditions, (i.e. tilth, stones or crop residue). For proper operation of the Maverick Ope

33OPERATION STEP 4. Adjustment of the “SKID SHOE” soil distribution guard/depth control is important for proper placement of fertilizer and keeping

34 OPERATION STEP 6. CONTINUED CAUTION: Raise toolbar to transport position and install all safety locks before adjusting the closing wheels.

35 OPERATION STEP 6. CONTINUED Proper adjustment of the sealing wheels is that the soil surface is left flat and appears to be virtually undistur

36 OPERATION MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION: USE #2 MULTI-PURPOSE LITHIUM GREASE To ensure longevity and reliability of the Maverick Opener, the recomm

37MAINTENANCE BEARING ASSEMBLY AND LUBRICATION Practice Safety Understand and practice safe service procedures before doing work. Follow ALL the

38MAINTENANCE NOTE: Be certain to align the grease fitting with the slot in the wheel and the hubcap so that the grease can flow freely. IMPORTANT

39MAINTENANCE Grease must fill this Hubcap cavity.

4 SAFETY A brief description of signal words that may be used in this manual: CAUTION: Used as a general reminder of good safety practices or t

40MAINTENANCE Lubrication CAUTION: To help prevent serious injury or death to you or others caused by unexpected movement, service machine on a lev

41 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Symbols Lubricate with grease at hourly interval indicated on symbol. Lubrication Intervals IMPORTANT: The recommen

42MAINTENANCE Storing the Equipment Store the machine in an area away from human activity Store machine in RAISED position. Install service lock

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5 INTRODUCTION The 2984 Maverick Opener Unit has been specifically designed for strip-till and those users who demand the utmost in accuracy of fe

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52TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Poor overall performance Toolbar height too high Shallow knife penetration Disc Sealer blade &

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56 Our name Is getting known Just a few years ago, Yetter products were sold primarily to the Midwest only. Then we embarked on a program of exp

6GENERAL INFORMATION Examine all equipment carefully for damage or parts shortages. 2984-002 – MAIN BODY ASSEMBLY Includes: 1.) 2984-102 – PAR

7GENERAL INFORMATION Note: Right hand and left hand designations are based on sitting in the tractor and facing forward. BOLT TORQUE READ THESE

8 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2984-002 – MAVERICK OPENER GEN II STEP 1. Mark the location of the center of each row on the toolbar. Then measure from r

9 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 3. Insert the 2960-370 - 3 13/64” spacer bushings into the parallel arms of 3000-122 parallel arm assembly. IMPORTA